Five individuals have been arrested in connection with an attack on security personnel and the burning of a vehicle at Tuibong Bazar in Manipur’s Churachandpur district on March 25, 2026.
According to officials, a Tata Winger used by security forces was vandalised and set ablaze during the incident. The confrontation also left several personnel seriously injured, while additional vehicles belonging to the forces were damaged.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Lunmalsawm Sehlep (28) of Kharam Vaiphei; Haominlien Kipgen (28) of Tuibong, Laijon Veng; Khaigoulien Haokip (30), originally from Hengjol under Sangaikot and currently residing in Tuibong; Hemtinlen Haokio (23) of Koite; and Khupgoulen Khongsai (28) of NS Khojangphai — all residents of Churachandpur district.
Authorities further stated that 27 more individuals have been detained and bound under relevant legal provisions for their alleged involvement in related disturbances in the area.
Security has been intensified following the incident, and efforts are underway to identify and apprehend others linked to the violence. Investigation into the case is ongoing.
